The bill amends West Virginia Code 17A-3-14e, which governs the issuance of special registration plates for organizations. It clarifies the application process for organizations seeking to create and issue special plates, requiring them to submit a proposed design and sufficient information to demonstrate compliance with the law. A key requirement is that organizations must collect and submit applications from at least 100 individuals for class A vehicles or 50 for class G vehicles, along with the necessary fees for registration and manufacturing costs, before the commissioner can begin production of the plates. Additionally, the bill allows for the possibility of waiving these fee requirements through a concurrent resolution of the Legislature.

The bill also establishes that if an organization fails to meet the application and fee requirements within six months of approval, they cannot reapply for a special plate for at least two years. It sets forth fees for initial applications and annual renewals, and outlines conditions under which the commissioner may discontinue the issuance of a special plate, such as if the number of valid registrations falls below specified thresholds or if the organization ceases to exist. Furthermore, if a new design is requested after a plate has been issued, the organization must cover the associated costs.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17A-3-14e
Engrossed Version: 17A-3-14e
Enrolled Version: 17A-3-14e